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    Children's Health

    November 2018

    Do You Know the Different Heart Attack Symptoms in Men and Women?

    You might think you know what a heart attack looks like—you clutch your chest in pain and fall to the ground. But heart attacks don’t always stick to this script—especially in women.

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    Here’s a look at some of the different heart attack symptoms in men and women.

    In women

    Women are more likely to have atypical and subtle symptoms during a heart attack, including:

    • Fatigue. You may feel tired for days without a clear reason.

    • Dull Pain. While chest pain is the most common sign, you may feel pain or discomfort in your neck, back, jaw, or stomach.

    • Nausea. You may vomit or feel sick to your stomach.

    • Shortness of breath. You may have a hard time breathing, even when sitting down.

    In men

    Men are more likely to experience the typical symptoms we associate with heart attacks, including:

    • Severe chest pain. You may feel like someone is squeezing or heart or like you have a large weight on your chest.

    • Shooting pain. You may feel a pain shooting down your left arm.

    • Cold sweat. You may break out in a cold sweat.

    Whether you’re a man or women, if you suspect you might be having a heart attack, call 911. Every second counts.

     

     

    Online Medical Reviewer: McDonough, Brian, MD
    Date Last Reviewed: 11/2/2017
    © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
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